Welcome to Bluegrass Country, the "Horse Capital of the World." But you don't have to be an avid racehorse fan to enjoy the natural beauty, culture and history that this exciting city has to offer. At the Raven Run Nature Sanctuary, for example, hiking trails wend their way through forests, meadows and gentle creeks, taking you past historic landmarks; there's even a nighttime guided walk for stargazing. The best place in the world for raising thoroughbred horses, Lexington has over 500 horse farms. The Kentucky Horse Park features films, horse shows and exhibits. Be sure to tour the American Saddle Horse Museum, dedicated to the native Kentucky breed, and watch races at the lovely Keeneland Race Course in season. Historic sites are plentiful here, including the Waveland State Historic Site, the childhood home of Mary Todd Lincoln and the Ashland estate of famed Kentucky statesman Henry Clay.
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Blue Grass tours, Lexington's oldest tour company, provides full travel and touring services. Join us for a Private Tour. Our friendly, knowledgeable Tour Coordinators can create custom itineraries for your group or convention with tours, meals, and entertainment. Our engaging Guides will give you or your group a wonderful experience in the Bluegrass and beyond!
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Behind-the-scenes tour of world-renowned Bluegrass horse farms and see some of the world's most famous Thoroughbred farms and equine -related facilities.
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Part thoroughbred race course, part sales company and considered one of America's most beautiful tracks, Keeneland is known for its well-designed and meticulous landscaping. The grounds consist of the paddock, a prep area where visitors can view horses up-close just before the race and a combination of dirt and turf race tracks.
Just a afternoon trip to see Keeneland before all the action starts APRIL 2-24 for live racing! A must is to stop by the GIFT SHOP great things for everyone! Many places to EAT but fun to wonder around grab something on the run to eat! Check out the paddock where you can get a closeup view of the horses and say “hi” to your favorite jockey or trainer! Great place to dress up and many restaurants to set down and eat( love The Lexington room on 4th floor). Arrive early and watch the morning workouts and have breakfast at the Track Kitchen (great food)!!! Very friendly people to help you with making your bets or finding great food!!! ENJOY ????
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Our world in Kentucky is unique and authentic. Experience Southern Hospitality at its finest, as you explore the Bluegrass like a local. Discover your next great adventure, with us!
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Horse Farm Tours,Lexington KY. Experience why Kentucky is world famous! Our fun and informative horse farm tours (approximately 3 hours in length) take you through the heart and soul of Kentucky's beautiful blue grass horse country. Drive by, see and hear the history of Calumet horse farm, home of a breeding and racing dynasty that dominated the sport of kings during the 1940s, 1950s and beyond. Step out and enjoy a walking tour of the ivy-covered grounds of historic Keeneland Race Course, home to the planet's most expensive horse auctions. Take a peek at the thoroughbred horse lifestyle as we take you behind the scenes to explore thoroughbred horse farms and visit up close and personal with their thoroughbred horses (including mares and foals). We'll even see where scenes from the major motion pictures Secretariat, Seabiscuit and Dreamer were filmed.
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COVID SUGGESTION: If you're a bit nervous about joining a public tour with a vanload of strangers, consider a private tour where YOUR group is the ONLY group there is! Coming to Lexington soon? There are three ways to see this very beautiful part of the world: 1. Do it yourself with maps, perhaps a GPS, and a lot of patience. 2. Take a public tour and join 15-20 fellow visitors on a pre-planned tour of the area. 3. Take a private tour, planned by you and your guide, based on YOUR interests. You'll tour in the comfort of YOUR OWN VEHICLE. Your guide can drive so you can soak up the scenery, but that's entirely up to you. If #3 sounds good to you, that's where we can help. Our tours range from as little as 4 hours, to a full day, or more - depending on your interests and budget. Start your planning early. That gives us time to learn about you and your interests and create a proposal for you. You're coming to one of the most beautiful and interesting places you've ever been!
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Located north of Main Street at the end of the popular Jefferson on West Sixth Street. Fresh, local beer made on site and served in a spacious taproom, beer garden, and patio.A great place to kick back, drink some great beer, meet with friends, watch the game, or just hang out.
This is our stop on our way back north from Red River Gorge. Everytime. Great beer, dog friendly, games for the kids, etc. Love everything about stopping here. Get a burger next door at Smithtown while you are at it.
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The Boone Creek Zip Line Canopy Tour is the newest way to access and experience the historic and spectacular Boone Creek Gorge. Our 2 1/2 hour canopy tour and zip line adventure will have you soaring in and above the trees, over the creek and through the palisades on a series of zip lines, suspended bridges and staircases. The custom “cloud cut” of our platforms and world-class construction enhances this incredible natural resource located just minutes from Downtown Lexington, Ky. You will learn about the historic role this gorge played in our local and national history, about how the unique geology helped shape our communities identity and where the “signature brands” we are known for today came from. Guides will point out seasonally unique flora and fauna that can be enjoyed from these dramatic perspectives, you will hear stories about Daniel Boone as well as lesser known local legends, all while having a great time outdoors! Come on our canopy tour for one of the most exhilarating and educational experiences to be had outside – Anywhere!
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Central Kentucky Tours, An Official Sponsor Of The Kentucky Bourbon Trail - Exploring the heart of the Bluegrass! We are a private tour company that offers bourbon tours, horse farm tours and other custom tours to showcase the best of Central Kentucky. We are located in Mercer County, Kentucky and often partner with local hotels in Lexington and Central Kentucky to offer tours to their guests. We offer pick locations in Lexington Ky and Harrodsburg as well as custom tour pick up locations.
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Take a tour of Jonabell Farm in Lexington, Kentucky, one of the leading horse farms in the USA. It is the American headquarters of Sheikh Mohammed’s global Godolphin operation and home to the Darley thoroughbred stallions in the United States. The tour will begin at the farm office where you will learn about the history of Jonabell Farm as well as the scope of Godolphin, the international thoroughbred breeding and racing operation founded by Sheikh Mohammed, ruler of Dubai. We’ll then head outside to see the stallions, including Kentucky Derby winners Nyquist and Street Sense, multiple G1 winner Frosted, and leading sires Medaglia d’Oro and Bernardini. Next we will walk through the breeding shed and visit the grave of 1978 Triple Crown winner Affirmed.
A fantastic tour, with enthusiastic, friendly guides. It was amazing to wander in the barn seeing and getting close to the stallions. Their individual personalities really come across, some sulking, others keen to "meet" new people. The tour of the extensive grounds was equally interesting, a huge estate with numerous barns for their breeding operation. If you're interested in horses and racing this tour is a must.
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